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Kyle P. Simpson
Driven and inquisitive self starter, with a strong administrative acumen and thorough knowledge of computer programming languages for data analysis, warehousing, and visualization. Skilled facilitator & capable communicator experienced in qualitative & quantitative research methods.
I am currently seeking a Research Assistant position which would allow me to apply and further develop these skills.
Professional History
Lodgement Administrator
Accident Compensation Commission, NZ
Dunedin, NZ
Present - 2021
- Performed expedient & accurate data entry.
- Actioned Simple cover decisions.
- Completed a range of administration duties.
Data Analyst
Fungus Federation
Auckland, NZ
2020 - 2019
- Modeled Pleurotus Polmonarious fruiting data.
- Simulated fruiting data for various other mushroom species.
- Provided data driven insights into sustainable business growth.
Undergraduate Psychology Course Tutor
University of Wellington School of Psychology
Wellington, NZ
2019 - 2018
- Introduced reflective journaling & peer feedback as course components.
- Taught course content & graded assignments.
- Assisted with School of Psychology transition from SPSS to R.
Managing Director
Barsquire Beverage Consultancy Services
Wellington, NZ
2016 - 2012
- Curated database of spirits & cocktail recipes.
- Supplied consultancy services to the hospitality industry.
- Recruitment & Mentoring.
Volunteering & Pro Bono Work
Data Analyst
Barrio Del Chur Artist & Event Collective
Wellington, NZ
Present - 2018
- Designed & distributed surveys.
- Applied qualitative & quantitative analysis to survey and social media.
- Interactive Dashboard Creation.
Junior Data Scientist
Greenback Ltd.
Auckland, NZ
2021 - 2020
- Modeled NZ native tree growth & sequestration potential.
- Researched & communicated forestry & sequestration science to development team.
Mentor
Te Pūtahi Atawhai – Māori & Pasifika Academic Support
Wellington, NZ
2018 - 2017
- Tutored Psychology Research Methods & statistics course content.
- Provided additional academic & peer support.
- Received extensive cultural awareness & sensitivity training.
Education
Double BA Psychology & Philosophy
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ
2019 - 2015
- Research Assistant for Emotion & Ritual Study.
- Research Assistant to Mind & Culture Lab.
Certification
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Coursera/Google
N/A
Present - 2021
Course Certificate Introduction to Machine Learning
Coursera/Duke University
N/A
2021 - 2020